Job Description

Horizon Avionics and Maintenance is hiring A&P Mechanics with piston aircraft experience in Alcoa, Tennessee.

Position:

• Horizon is looking for qualified and motivated Aircraft Mechanics to grow our maintenance team. The A&P/IA will perform inspections, repairs, and services on customer aircraft and ensure safe operation in a timely manner. Because the majority of our work is with piston aircraft, prior piston experience is required for success in this role.
• Horizon Avionics and Maintenance has been in business for nearly thirty years at Alcoa's McGhee Tyson Airport. Initially just an avionics install and repair shop, Horizon added maintenance support a few years into operation. Since then, our customer base and workload have grown.
• Job Responsibilities:
  This position reports directly to the General Manager. Candidates will work in close partnership with other maintenance crew and avionics technicians.
• Perform inspections, repairs, and maintenance to airworthiness standards in accordance with regulations, manuals, Service Bulletins, Airworthiness Directives, and company policies.
• Inspect, test, troubleshoot, and repair aircraft airframes and engines.
• Adjust, repair, or replace defective components using maintenance manuals, schematics, and other technical documents.
• Use precision instruments and equipment to test and maintain aircraft compliance and safety.
• Work with team members to perform complex tasks and troubleshoot aircraft systems.
• Primary aircraft supported will be single and twin general aviation piston aircraft (Cirrus, Beechcraft, Cessna, Mooney, Piper, etc.). Hands-on piston engine experience is essential.
• Many components being installed/removed can exceed 50 lbs.
• Full-time employment (M–F 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, 1-hour unpaid lunch).

Ideal Candidate Requirements & Qualifications:

• Current FAA Airframe and Powerplant certification (A&P).
• Minimum 2 years of direct piston aircraft maintenance experience required.
• If eligible for Inspection Authorization (IA), compensation can be provided for class and testing.
• IA license is considered a plus.
• Own a set of standard aircraft maintenance tools (calibrated and specialty tooling provided).
• Motivated and positive attitude.
• Must be able to pass background check, drug & alcohol test, and airport badge screening. FAA Drug Program required.
• Basic level computer and organizational skills.
• Ability to read and interpret aircraft maintenance manuals, service bulletins, airworthiness directives, technical notes, and schematics.
• Strong troubleshooting and repair skills across electrical, mechanical, and hydraulic systems.
• Team-oriented mindset; many tasks require coordination with avionics and maintenance teams.
• Customer safety focus, work ethic, and commitment to learning.
• Effective communication skills, with the ability to provide feedback and propose solutions.

Rate of Pay:

• Based on previous experience, licensing, and training: $22–$45 per hour.
• Yearly raises available upon evaluation.
• Optional weekend AOG callout work with bonus pay.

Benefits:

• Full-Time: PTO, Health Insurance, 401K.